How many syllables in “exon”?
syllables in "exon"
Word details
Syllables
2
e · xon
Letters
4
e · x · o · n
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “exon”
The word “exon” contains 2 syllables, divided as e · xon. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "exon" have?
"exon" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "exon" into syllables?
"exon" is divided into syllables as: e · xon.
What is the Scrabble score for "exon"?
The Scrabble score for "exon" is 11 points.
Using “exon” in writing
Two-syllable words like "exon" (e · xon) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “exon” is worth 11 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.
Anagrams of “exon”
The letters in “exon” can be rearranged to spell one other word: oxen.